A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to establish a criminal penalty for unauthorized access to Department of Defense facilities.
1/23/2025, 11:56 AMSummary of Bill S 115
Bill 119 s 115, also known as the "Unauthorized Access to Department of Defense Facilities Act," aims to amend title 18 of the United States Code to create a criminal penalty for individuals who gain unauthorized access to Department of Defense facilities. The bill seeks to enhance the security of these facilities by deterring and punishing individuals who attempt to enter without proper authorization.If passed, this legislation would make it a federal offense for anyone to unlawfully access a Department of Defense facility. This includes individuals who bypass security measures, trespass on restricted areas, or otherwise enter the premises without permission. The bill establishes specific criminal penalties for those found guilty of this offense, which could include fines, imprisonment, or both.
The primary goal of Bill 119 s 115 is to protect the safety and security of Department of Defense facilities, which are critical to national defense and security. By imposing criminal penalties for unauthorized access, the bill aims to deter individuals from attempting to breach these facilities and potentially endangering personnel, equipment, or classified information. Overall, this legislation seeks to strengthen the security measures in place at Department of Defense facilities and send a clear message that unauthorized access will not be tolerated. It is currently under consideration in the US Congress and has garnered bipartisan support for its efforts to enhance national security.
Current Status of Bill S 115
Bill S 115 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill S 115 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 16, 2025. Bill S 115's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 16, 2025Bipartisan Support of Bill S 115
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2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
7Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
7Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to establish a criminal penalty for unauthorized access to Department of Defense facilities.A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to establish a criminal penalty for unauthorized access to Department of Defense facilities.Comments
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